Best Sadhya deals for Onam festival in Dubai 2024
Spread over 10 days, Onam is among the most important festivals in the Indian state of Kerala. Keralites around the world celebrate Onam to mark the harvest season in the region and the homecoming of the mythical King Mahabali. For the massive Keralite expat community in Dubai, here are all the exciting things happening for Onam 2024 in Dubai.
WHEN IS ONAM 2024?
Onam 2024 in Dubai will take place from September 6 until Sunday September 15. While the celebrations last much longer – 10 days to be precise – there are four main days of this festival during which people revel in the company of friends and family. The most important of these days is known as Thiruvonam. Also known as Sacred Onam Day, which will be celebrated on September 15th.
- Onam 2024 date: September 6 onwards
- Onam 2024 Thiruvonam date: September 15, 2024
HOW WILL KERALITES CELEBRATE ONAM IN DUBAI?
Although Hindus observe certain religious traditions, Onam is largely a cultural festival that is celebrated by all communities in Kerala. Usually, the festival is marked with much pomp and grandeur, including traditional dances, boat races, flower arrangements and parades.
To celebrate Onam 2024 in Dubai, Keralites gather with family and friends over special meals called the Onam Sadhya.
Those living in Dubai villas will likely participate in the tradition of pookalam by creating elaborate and colourful flower arrangements on the floor. Older family members buy new clothes or gifts for younger ones, and new outfits are also worn on Thiruvonam.
Another important aspect of the Onam festival in Dubai is the special meal known as ‘Sadhya’ or ‘Sadya’, which translates to ‘banquet’ in Malayalam. Sadhya is a fully vegetarian meal that consists of 25 or more dishes. You can feast on them at the many Kerala restaurants in Dubai.
While traditionally, the Onam Sadhya is prepared at home, due to time constraints, many Keralite residents tend to eat Sadhya at restaurants or opt for external catering services for celebrations at home. You can get in touch with available catering services in Dubai for options.
BEST PLACES TO EAT ONAM SADHYA IN DUBAI IN 2024
Take a look below at some of the best places for Onam Sadhya in Dubai. These South Indian restaurants in Dubai offer Sadhya, also referred to as Onasadhya, during Onam — available for dine-in, takeaway and delivery.
Calicut Notebook
Those in search of restaurants serving Onam Sadhya in the emirate can head to Calicut Notebook. Booking for the eatery’s 26-dish Onasadhya deal has begun in its Al Qusais branch. Special rates are available for bulk orders and Sadhya catering.
- Sadhya Deal: AED 46
- Location: Deira Dubai | LuLu Hypermarket Al Qusais | LuLu Hypermarket Al Barsha
- Contact: +971-4-265-3336 (Deira) | +971-4-280-8254
Mami’s Illam
Visit Mami’s Illam, one of the best Indian vegetarian restaurants in Dubai, for Onam Sadhya. The sadhya is available on 13, 14 and 15 September 2024.
- Sadhya Deal: Contact to know
- Location: Discovery Gardens, Zen Cluster 3
- Contact: +971-55-127-8780 | +971-55-607-0575
CALICUT PARAGON
Reservations are open for the Grand Paragon Thiruvona Sadhya at the Calicut Paragon South Indian restaurant for September 15, 2024.
This no-frills restaurant is known for its friendly service and tasty dishes. Although the Sadhya for Onam in Dubai offered here is slightly pricier than the other options, you can count on great value for money in terms of taste and variety. Pre-book your Onasadhya today!
Sadhya Deal:
- For Al Nahda
- AED 46 for dine in only (available only on 15 September 2024)
- AED 49 for Delivery (available only on 13 and 14 September 2024)
- AED 49 for Takeaway (available on 13,14 and 15 September 2024)
- For Al Karama
- AED 46 (dine-in)
- AED 46 for takeaway and Delivery (Delivery available on 13 and 14 September)
- Location: Al Nahda | Al Karama
- Contact: +971-55-510-7623 | +971-55-227-7486
Indian Coffee House
Celebrate Onam by prebooking Onam Sadhya at Indian Coffee House. Guests can dine in style with live music. Visit the Indian Coffee House official Instagram page for more details. Slots are limited, so better hurry!
- Sadhya Deal: AED 46 (dine in) | AED 48 (takeaway)
- Location: Al Rolla Street Bur Dubai
- Contact: +971-54-581-0016
Salkara Restaurant
Indulge in Thiruvona Sadhya from Salkara Restaurant. Call to pre-reserve, take away or have it delivered.
- Sadhya Deal: AED 45 (dine-in) | AED 48 (takeaway)
- Location: Dubai Media City | Al Warqa |Near LuLu Mall Al Qusais
- Contact: +971-4-874-7150 (Dubai Media City)
Lallummas
Enjoy a spectacular spread with 33 dishes at Lallummas. It is one of the best onam deals in Dubai 2024. The deal is available for dine-in and takeaway. Make sure to book your slot for the mega feast on September 15 where 800 Sadhyas will be served in traditional panthi-style at five different time slots. The Maha Sadhya will be available at Capital School Hall.
- Sadhya Deal: AED 43 (dine-in) | AED 46 (takeaway)
- Location: Al Qusais | Al Karama
- Contact: +971-4-262-1885 | +971-4-273-3411
Mustard Le Meridien
Enjoy Payasamela and Onasadya from September 13 to 29 at Mustard. September 15 2024 is Thiruvonam day with delicious payasams and includes several items.
- Sadhya Deal: AED 33 (takeaway box) | AED 39 (dine-in)
- Location: Le Meridien, Al Garhoud
- Contact: +971-4-238-8901
Appam Corner | Appam House
Those in search of budget-friendly ways to celebrate Onam may consider a visit to this eatery on September 15. Bulk and party orders are accepted as are dine-in and takeaway at Appam Corner and Appam House branches.
- Sadhya Deal: AED 32
- Location: Dubai Silicon Oasis (Appam House) | Appam Corner (Dubai Investment Park and Dubai Industrial City
- Contact: +971-52-253-872
Apart from the mentioned places, celebrators can visit these restaurants to celebrate Onam this year:
- Sujas Kitchen
- Anaarkali Restaurant
- Malabar Express
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
WHICH IS THE MAIN DAY OF ONAM?
The main day of Onam is Thiruvonam.
WHAT IS A POOKALAM?
Pookalam is an intricate flower arrangement laid on the floor using traditional flowers like hibiscus and marigolds.
If you’re looking to participate in the tradition of Onam pookalam, you can contact some flower shops in Dubai such as Perumal Flower Shop that sell traditional Indian blooms.
WHEN IS VISHU SADHYA IN DUBAI?
Vishu marks the new year of the Malayam calendar. Learn all about Vishu Sadhya celebrations in Dubai.
Which supermarkets are offering Onam deals in Dubai?
Lulu Hypermarket is one of the leading supermarket chains that offer Onam deals in Dubai. Prebook your orders for Sadhya Kit which features 22 dishes. Get it delivered on September 15 between 09:00 am to 01:00 pm. The price is AED 32.90 per kit.
That concludes our coverage on Onam celebrations in Dubai. To everyone celebrating – MyBayut wishes a very Happy Onam!
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